Origin and history :  

Horseradish ( Armoracia rusticana ) is known for the use of its root in kitchens as a vegetable and spice. Originally from the Ukraine and the European part of Russia , it spread worldwide very early on. In some empires in ancient times, it was not cultivated in Germany until the Middle Ages. But it was not only used in the kitchen, because even then the medicinal significance of horseradish was clear. This even gave rise to the superstition of the time that a necklace made of horseradish had healing powers. At that time it was used against scurvy, poisoning, fever and digestive problems. In Asian medicine it was also valued for its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. Horseradish also plays a role in Jewish tradition, particularly during Passover as a symbol of the bitterness of slavery in Egypt. In countries outside Japan horseradish is also often used as a substitute for real wasabi.  

General text:  

Traditionally, horseradish is used against bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and urinary tract infections. The reason for this is the isothiocyanates contained in the plant , also known as mustard oils. They are responsible for the characteristic smell and taste of vegetables such as kohlrabi, radishes and horseradish. These isothiocyanates give horseradish antibacterial properties, even against known pathogens such as E. coli , salmonella and staphylococci. The isothiocyanates in horseradish, such as benzyl isothiocyanate (BITC), have antiviral and antifungal effects in addition to their antibacterial properties.  

Horseradish also has an anti-inflammatory effect on bacterial infections, which provides additional relief from infections. In one study, horseradish extract showed an improvement in bronchitis symptoms in test subjects. The anti-inflammatory effect also extends to the neurons in the brain. Some of the active ingredients contained in horseradish also have neuroprotective properties, which could make the vegetable a potential preventative agent against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, dementia and Parkinson's.  

In addition, horseradish has antioxidant properties, which experiments have shown the ability to protect cells from oxidative stress.  

Horseradish has a high content of vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant in our body and thus supports the immune system. Other nutrients such as sodium, potassium and calcium are also contained in large quantities. It also contains B vitamins, which are important for nerve function and energy metabolism. It also provides fiber, which supports good digestion.  

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